6.8 SPC Ammo For Sale
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Sellier and Bellot 6.8 SPC Ammo - 20 Rounds of 110 Grain FMJ Ammunition
$18.9931 In stock now
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Hornady 6.8 SPC Ammo - 200 Rounds of 120 Grain SST Ammunition
$289.9918 In stock now
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Remington 6.8 SPC Ammo - 20 Rounds of 115 Grain MC Ammunition
$29.9912 In stock now
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Hornady 6.8 SPC Ammo - 20 Rounds of 120 Grain SST Ammunition
$29.9968 In stock now
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Hornady BLACK 6.8 SPC Ammo - 20 Rounds of 110 Grain V-MAX Ammunition
$30.9910 In stock now
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Remington 6.8 SPC Ammo - 20 Rounds of 115 Grain Sierra HPBT Ammunition
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History of 6.8 SPC Ammo
Remington developed the 6.8mm Special Purpose Cartridge (SPC) in collaboration with special operations troops and the Army Marksmanship Unit to improve terminal performance over the 5.56mm NATO, particularly for carbines and Short Barreled Rifles (SBR). Though not adopted by the military, the 6.8 SPC showed promise in field trials beginning in 2004, with its .30 Remington-based case necked down for 0.277" bullets ranging from 85 to 140 grains. The cartridge delivers significant energy and accuracy, outperforming both the 5.56 NATO and 7.62x39, and has the added advantage of fitting AR-15 magazines with simple modifications to the bolt, barrel, and magazine.
Despite the military's continued use of 5.56 NATO, the 6.8 SPC has gained traction in the civilian market, becoming a favorite for hunting deer and feral hogs due to its effective range and high energy output. Law enforcement agencies are also considering it for duty rifles, with the DEA allowing agents to purchase AR-style rifles chambered in 6.8 SPC. Ammunition manufacturers have responded by producing high-quality bullets, such as Federal's Fusion and Hornady's V-Max, to meet the growing demand.
How Does 6.8 SPC Compare to Other Calibers?
| Caliber | Recoil | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.8 Western | The 6.8 Western has considerably more recoil than the 6.8 SPC due to higher case capacity and heavier bullets. With a standard 8-lb rifle, it generates about 27 ft-lbs of free recoil energy, comparable to a 7mm Rem Mag. |
- High muzzle velocity and energy for long-range hunting. - Exceptional ballistic coefficient for aerodynamics. - Capable of ethical elk hunting at 500+ yards. |
- Limited rifle and ammo options available. - High recoil makes follow-up shots harder. - Not suitable for varmint hunting. |
| 5.56 | The 5.56 NATO has less recoil than the 6.8 SPC, typically around 4-5 ft-lbs of free recoil. The 6.8 SPC generates roughly 9 ft-lbs, making it about double but still manageable. |
- Lower recoil allows for better control and faster follow-up shots. - Widely available and more affordable. - Excellent for varmint hunting and long-range shooting. |
- Less kinetic energy compared to 6.8 SPC, making it less effective for larger game. - Bullet deflection in the wind is more pronounced due to lighter bullet weight. - Limited to smaller game for ethical hunting. |
| 6.5 Grendel | The 6.5 Grendel will typically have slightly more free recoil energy than the 6.8 SPC, around 11 ft-lbs compared to 9 ft-lbs for a 120-grain 6.8 SPC bullet. |
- High ballistic coefficient for long-range shooting. - Effective for hunting medium-sized game at extended distances. - Maintains energy well past 500 yards. |
- Requires a longer barrel (20”+) for optimal performance. - Fewer rifle options compared to 5.56 or 6.8 SPC. - Slightly more expensive and less available than 5.56. |
| 300 Blackout | The 300 Blackout has about 6 ft-lbs of free recoil energy, which is less than the 6.8 SPC's 9 ft-lbs, making it easier to control and better for follow-up shots. |
- Versatile options in subsonic and supersonic loads. - Excellent for home defense with subsonic ammo and suppressor use. - Low recoil for easier handling and faster target acquisition. |
- Limited effective range compared to the 6.8 SPC. - Less energy at longer distances, making it less suitable for big game hunting. - Heavier bullets may lack penetration for medium-to-large game beyond 150 yards. |
| .277 Fury | The .277 Fury has significantly more recoil than the 6.8 SPC, around 18-20 ft-lbs compared to 9 ft-lbs. This increase is due to higher case pressure and bullet weight. |
- Unmatched velocity and energy in short-barreled rifles. - Excellent armor-penetrating capabilities for long-range shooting. - High ballistic coefficient makes it ideal for long-range precision. |
- Extremely limited ammo and rifle availability. - Higher recoil reduces shooting comfort and follow-up shot speed. - Over-penetration concerns in home defense scenarios. |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | The 6.5 Creedmoor generally has more recoil than the 6.8 SPC. A typical 143-grain bullet in a standard 8.5-lb rifle produces about 14 ft-lbs of free recoil energy, compared to 8 ft-lbs for a 120-grain 6.8 SPC in a 7.25-lb rifle. |
- Excellent for long-range hunting with a flat trajectory. - High ballistic coefficient resists wind drift effectively. - Versatile in bullet weights, suitable for hunting and competition shooting. |
- Higher recoil compared to 6.8 SPC, which might affect novice shooters. - Heavier and longer rifles often required for optimal performance. - Less effective in short-range or thick brush scenarios compared to the 6.8 SPC. |
6.8 SPC Ballistics: Chart of Average 6.8 SPC Ballistics
Note: This information comes from the manufacturer and is for informational purposes only. The actual ballistics obtained with your firearm can vary considerably from the advertised ballistics. Also, ballistics can vary from lot to lot with the same brand and type load. Check out our more in depth 6.8 SPC ballistics page for further detail!
| 6.8 SPC Bullet WEIGHT | Muzzle VELOCITY (fps) | Muzzle ENERGY (ft. lbs.) | TRAJECTORY (in.) | |||||||||||
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| Muzzle | 100 yds. | 200 yds. | 300 yds. | 400 yds. | Muzzle | 100 yds. | 200 yds. | 300 yds. | 400 yds. | 100 yds. | 200 yds. | 300 yds. | 400 yds. | |
| 90 Grain | 2840 | 2444 | 2083 | 1756 | 1469 | 1611 | 1194 | 867 | 616 | 431 | 2.2 | 0 | -3.9 | -32 |
| 110 Grain | 2570 | 2338 | 2118 | 1910 | 1716 | 1613 | 1335 | 1095 | 891 | 719 | 2.4 | 0 | -6.3 | -20.8 |
| 115 Grain | 2775 | 2472 | 2190 | 1926 | 1683 | 1966 | 1561 | 1224 | 947 | 723 | 2.1 | 0 | -3.7 | -9.4 |
| 120 Grain | 2460 | 2250 | 2051 | 1863 | 1687 | 1612 | 1349 | 1121 | 925 | 758 | 2.3 | 0 | -10.5 | -31.1 |
Customer Reviews
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Ava8Harrierusmc1 said:
Was looking for Silver State but they went out of business go I bought this ammo and boy am I glad I bought Hornady. I bought 2250 rounds of it for some reason, and I still have about 1800 left and in these times, I am glad I done so this a great all-around ammo hunting home defense and just doing some target practice. I was glad to read law enforcement is thinking about using this round. Bad guys look out is all I have to say!
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jeager said:
All 6.8 s.p.c. is more expensive than 5.56/.223 but it's a hunting round. I practice with my Ar 5.56 rifles. Excellent performance.
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Daytoniscute said:
I bought this and it won't cycle my rifle (AR style) contacted both Ammo.com and Sellier & Bellot fed me a line of BS now I have 60 rounds of paperweight ammo. Both companies failed in my opinion. Terrible customer service.
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Wild Bill said:
I use Sellier & Bellot 6.8 SPC at 100/200/300 yards with very good groups My brother users Hornady V-MAX with good groups using my Sellier & Bellot his groups better Yes we all use Sellier & Bellot 6.8SPC Ammo THANKS